Voodoo was awesome but removing it resulted in a soft bricked galaxy s. Not voodoos fault. I am the end user after all. In any event, i wanted to know which lag fix was a bit more user friendly and compatible with ji5. I heard there's an app u can download that can give u a lag fix, what do u vets think of it.
Its my 3rd day with my galaxy s and im glad i didn't wait for the g2. Loving dlna and this awesome gpu! Thanks to all in the community, its only been 3 days and i already bricked 4 times. But now i know how to unbrick and help out my fellow vibrant owners
Also, anyone know a kernel compatible with ji5? Everytime i try and install kingxklicks it results in a soft brick.
none of the current custom kernels will support JIx revisions of the firmware...
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none of the current custom kernels will support JIx revisions of the firmware...
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What he said. If you want fast / stable then get a REAL ROM like Bionix or any of Eugene's and do Voodoo. One-Click Lag Fix is ****.
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What he said. If you want fast / stable then get a REAL ROM like Bionix or any of Eugene's and do Voodoo. One-Click Lag Fix is ****.
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Havnt tried bionix but i liked eugenes. I removed eugenes because i actually enjoy the stock music player... how close is bionix to stock?
The Bionix changelog doesn't say anything about having removed the stock music app so it's probably still there. I haven't tried it yet so I don't really know for sure though.
You may also want to stay stock if it's what works for you. I'm on stock but am running JAC's ExtremeMod Voodoo kernel and I'm completely satisfied.
Ji5 w/ jac kernel rom uploaded, check it out.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=796437
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Havnt tried bionix but i liked eugenes. I removed eugenes because i actually enjoy the stock music player... how close is bionix to stock?
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what do you meany by stock aosp music or samsung music. you can all ways push the music app of your choice
b0ricuaguerrero said:
what do you meany by stock aosp music or samsung music. you can all ways push the music app of your choice
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^ use Root Explorer or ADB
Voodoo is working great on Eugenes JI5 with JAC kernel. Just flash the voodoo kernel after the rom.
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Hi
Sorry to post this questions so please don't reply with search the forum cause I already did. Hard to figure out through so many posts and info
a. I have the lag issue. What is the most updated and safe way to fix this?
b. What is the best way to root the phone?
c. any other fixes I should look into?
d. should I backup all my phone before? how could i do that?
e. what would be the best rom to install?
f. what other things should i keep in mind?
I'm trying not to mess things up cause I'm a newbie and is my wife's phone and that makes me be more cautious. I have a G2 that so far is easier to figure out (no roms or root just temporary )
p.s. if I buy an app can I use it on 2 phones?
easy way:
1. root with oclf (in market)
2. Install rom manager and clockwork recovery.
3. titanium backup (if you want to)
4. ext2 lagfix with oclf
i'm still on stock rooted, but eugene's or bionix roms are the way to go if you want a custom rom.
did you check the vibrant bible thread in general?
I use a one click root method and bionix fusion rom. I just recently started flashing the rom and other software on this phone so I don't have an opinion on other roms, but I couldn't imagine any being significantly better than this. I think most have been refined enough now that it comes down to aesthetic preference and options included.
I tried bionix 1.9.1 which ran well, but fusion made me come to realization that I don't prefer the touchwiz launcher. I currently use fusion with the kingklick kernel overclocked to 1.2ghz. I added the voodoo lag fix last night and I've noticed zero lag or stalling today. Not that the fusion and overclock had lag, but I really just wanted to see how smooth this phone could be. I'm very pleased with the phone now.
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would you guys mind to post some links as towards the right threads? Would be less confusion in my head
I appreciate
Go to the General section sticky. All of your questions are answered in depth and have links.
I would root with the update file (no one click needed).
I would put rom manager on and clockwork recovery
make a backup of your system
If you have a number of apps, use titanium backup to save all apps+data so you can easily restore them.
download one of bionix's roms (bionix if you want TW, fusion if you do not). I LOVE Fusion. Bionix incluces TB in his rom now so you can just start restoring your apps... be sure to follow his instructions for flashing the rom.
You do NOT need a lag fix.... trust me on this. Flash the rom before you do anything like that.
The sticky is in my signature.
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Go to the General section sticky. All of your questions are answered in depth and have links.
I would root with the update file (no one click needed).
I would put rom manager on and clockwork recovery
make a backup of your system
If you have a number of apps, use titanium backup to save all apps+data so you can easily restore them.
download one of bionix's roms (bionix if you want TW, fusion if you do not). I LOVE Fusion. Bionix incluces TB in his rom now so you can just start restoring your apps... be sure to follow his instructions for flashing the rom.
You do NOT need a lag fix.... trust me on this. Flash the rom before you do anything like that.
The sticky is in my signature.
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you're a good guy !
s15274n said:
Go to the General section sticky. All of your questions are answered in depth and have links.
I would root with the update file (no one click needed).
I would put rom manager on and clockwork recovery
make a backup of your system
If you have a number of apps, use titanium backup to save all apps+data so you can easily restore them.
download one of bionix's roms (bionix if you want TW, fusion if you do not). I LOVE Fusion. Bionix incluces TB in his rom now so you can just start restoring your apps... be sure to follow his instructions for flashing the rom.
You do NOT need a lag fix.... trust me on this. Flash the rom before you do anything like that.
The sticky is in my signature.
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Sorry I'm kind of noob, and I just got my vibrant this weekend. But what's the difference between rooting it with the update file vs the one click method in the OCLF? What benefits does that have over the other?
And why do you not need a lag fix? How do I tell if my phone needs a lag fix? I'm currently running fresh stock, and I haven't really noticed any significant lag other than the occasional stalling between menus.
Thanks!
If you notice the lag or not will depend on what phone you had before but once you install a fix it will be obvious it was there
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Sorry I'm kind of noob, and I just got my vibrant this weekend. But what's the difference between rooting it with the update file vs the one click method in the OCLF? What benefits does that have over the other?
And why do you not need a lag fix? How do I tell if my phone needs a lag fix? I'm currently running fresh stock, and I haven't really noticed any significant lag other than the occasional stalling between menus.
Thanks!
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i'm a noob and just figured some basic steps as rooting, lagfix, flashing a ROM like bionix fusion 1.1 (the new one, guess i was one of the firsts to install it) after running into some issues I've managed ... and tell you the truth if you have some it knowledge is really worth. The phone ROCKS now.
rooting is good for stuff like removing system applications (that you don't need), making backups, flashing new roms other the stock one (the one that you have now "stock") little bit more "advanced stuff"
lagfix: well i've noticed the lag later after I installed some apps. More apps. Big lag ... annoying. Phone got very slow. that's why you need lag fix (but if you flash Bionix Fusion for ex than you're fine no more lag fix)
If you're interested in some help I'm willing to help considering some guys around helped me too so I'm just returning that to the comunity
pm or post here if need some step by step how to.
Just flashed fusion JAC and I'm getting some lag, what's a good lag fix? Voodoo? OCLF?
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I've used Bionix and Fusion (both with undervolt/overclocked + Voodoo lagfix). Just flashed eugene's latest Froyo last night. If you can live without the GPS functions for now, the Froyo ROM is fantastic. It fixes a lot of the gripesI had with the UI of the 2.1 ROMS-I can have my Google calendar as my default calendar for new appointments, Contacts are cleaner while still having social media integration, I can actually use Skype, Flash, and all of the other Android 2.2 goodies. There's no lag with this ROM right out of the box.
It's so much better that I will live without the GPS features for now and use it as my daily driver. Read the opening post here.
qtilt112 said:
easy way:
1. root with oclf (in market)
2. Install rom manager and clockwork recovery.
3. titanium backup (if you want to)
4. ext2 lagfix with oclf
i'm still on stock rooted, but eugene's or bionix roms are the way to go if you want a custom rom.
did you check the vibrant bible thread in general?
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^This
I hear bionix 1.9 final + kk + ext2 lagfix is boss
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Just flashed fusion JAC and I'm getting some lag, what's a good lag fix? Voodoo? OCLF?
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Can't use OCLF with Fusion. Have to use Voodoo or the EXT2 provided in the OP. Voodoo is great as long as you are confident you are able to 1. remember to disable before flashing anything else and 2. ABLE to disable before flashing anything else.
I've got bionix fusion 1.1 the one released last night as well
it rocks for me. By the way my navigation is working. And it has the new nice navigation application. I just had to wait a little bit longer.
i would not recommend using OCLF....
i would flash the new Bionix Fusion ROM w/ KK OC/UV kernel then apply the EXT2 lagfix.....ITS SO ****IN FAST!!!
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i would not recommend using OCLF....
i would flash the new Bionix Fusion ROM w/ KK OC/UV kernel then apply the EXT2 lagfix.....ITS SO ****IN FAST!!!
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Wait I still don't understand.. what's the difference between the oclf and the ext2 lagfix and why shouldn't I do the oclf? Thanks.
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I have a dumb question, and didn't seem to get a direct answer. I just recently started flashing new roms and using odin, but was curious about O/Cing. With the Fusion rom already flashed, do I just flash the Voodoo kernel or do I reflash the stock firmware and THEN flash the kernel followed by the rom? Or is there something I should or should not do in there, lol. Any input is appreciated, as I am relatively new to all this.
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If your new to all this don't use voodoo just yet unless your willing to deal with a brick as it's very easy to brick with voodoo
V5 custom vibrant
Any suggestions on getting me familiar with Voodoo then? Lol
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Go to team whiskey web site and read about it you can find a link in the obsidian v5 original post
V5 custom vibrant
Appreciate it
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Ok, so I read up and flashed the Project Core v2 kernel last night on the 1.2 Fusion rom and it ran perfectly and was super quick at 1200/200 on setcpu. Problem is today after rebooting, it will completely freeze every once in a while while doing something media-wise, such as watching youtube videos or playing Hyper Jump. I know I didn't flash the kernel or rom wrong, so is there something I am missing? I also have the OCLF installed, if that matters.
Tonight I am going to reflash them both to see if it works, but would like to see if there is something I can do before I get off work.
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danerer said:
Ok, so I read up and flashed the Project Core v2 kernel last night on the 1.2 Fusion rom and it ran perfectly and was super quick at 1200/200 on setcpu. Problem is today after rebooting, it will completely freeze every once in a while while doing something media-wise, such as watching youtube videos or playing Hyper Jump. I know I didn't flash the kernel or rom wrong, so is there something I am missing? I also have the OCLF installed, if that matters.
Tonight I am going to reflash them both to see if it works, but would like to see if there is something I can do before I get off work.
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The chips in our phones are not stable when over clocked.
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danerer said:
I have a dumb question, and didn't seem to get a direct answer. I just recently started flashing new roms and using odin, but was curious about O/Cing. With the Fusion rom already flashed, do I just flash the Voodoo kernel or do I reflash the stock firmware and THEN flash the kernel followed by the rom? Or is there something I should or should not do in there, lol. Any input is appreciated, as I am relatively new to all this.
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you can just flash the voodoo kernel over fusion,but not all vibrants are capable of using voodoo. i.e. the vibrants with the larger nand chip does not support voodoo. if you do flash the voodoo kernel and your phone does not support, everything will still work just fine,but voodoo will not be enabled.
as for OCing..not all vibrants are capable of OC. it may run smooth at first,but some vibrants will start freezing up or slowing down. i found dragons kernel to work amazing or core 1.0ghz kernel
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you can just flash the voodoo kernel over fusion,but not all vibrants are capable of using voodoo. i.e. the vibrants with the larger nand chip does not support voodoo. if you do flash the voodoo kernel and your phone does not support, everything will still work just fine,but voodoo will not be enabled.
as for OCing..not all vibrants are capable of OC. it may run smooth at first,but some vibrants will start freezing up or slowing down. i found dragons kernel to work amazing or core 1.0ghz kernel
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Alrighty, I may just drop the OC then. I just wasn't sure if it was me or not.
Thanks for the input guys!
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I have been searching around on this forum but have been having trouble finding a custom kernel that will speed my system up (fix lag and overclock processor) that is compatible with 2.2 froyo.. i have found a few for eclair, but none for froyo. please post any suggestions! thanks
See this?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=864389
You want the link nearest to the bottom of the 1st post. Ignore the ROMs there. No OC AFAIK, though.
Try Eugene's latest. Since I installed it all my apps open up instantly and the battery life is great. No overclock or lag fix needed.
I would also suggest Eugene's Super IO, and avoid any lagfix/voodoo unless you feel comfortable with it and what it means.
Team whiskeys 1.3 d.o.w kernal works great if you dont mind the battery drain
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See this?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=864389
You want the link nearest to the bottom of the 1st post. Ignore the ROMs there. No OC AFAIK, though.
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So this kernel works well? I would probably be using it with JL2 and voodoo... i c where he says its voodoo compatible. but i guess i would need to disable voodoo 1st (at the bottom of the 1st post in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=821468 ) ? then i would re-enable it?
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I would also suggest Eugene's Super IO, and avoid any lagfix/voodoo unless you feel comfortable with it and what it means.
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Does eugene's super IO run fast? i am currently running voodoo and it seems to have helped a lot. what do you mean if i "feel comfortable with it and what it means?" what does it mean to run a lagfix?
Yes, the dragon voodoo kernel seemed to work well. However, I used that before there were other options. I'm currently using this one without issue: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=870480. It is put out by the voodoo developer himself.
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I would also suggest Eugene's Super IO, and avoid any lagfix/voodoo unless you feel comfortable with it and what it means.
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can you link me to this? i've searched for it, but eugenes threads say not on xda anymore
and i've heard the super IO does work wonderful.
will it run fine with Axura 2.1?
Eugene's stuff can be found here: http://eb-productions.proboards.com/index.cgi
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Eugene's stuff can be found here: http://eb-productions.proboards.com/index.cgi
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searched SUPER IO, but only comes with results of nero, and clone ginger or something direct link please
so if i install eugene's super IO, what do i do with the voodoo on my phone? just disable it and leave it be? or do i need to flash my nandroid backup back to 2.2 stock w/ axura 2.1 before i had the voodoo... and would this fix it?
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I would also suggest Eugene's Super IO, and avoid any lagfix/voodoo unless you feel comfortable with it and what it means.
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Does Eugenes new kernel have the ability to over clock? I'm using his his 1.12GHz oc kernel #20 and would like to upgrade.
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OK, so running Odex UVJL4 Voodoo Froyo Rom and I want to flash a new Rom Axura 2.2.5.9 Rom what is it going to take for me to flash this new Rom?
Do I need to uninstall Voodoo Lag Fix First and if so whats the best way to do that? And after thats done whats next? dont want to run into any issues! But I want that new Axura 2.2.5.9 Rom looks freaking awesome! Thanks for any help!
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OK, so running Odex UVJL4 Voodoo Froyo Rom and I want to flash a new Rom Axura 2.2.5.9 Rom what is it going to take for me to flash this new Rom?
Do I need to uninstall Voodoo Lag Fix First and if so whats the best way to do that? And after thats done whats next? dont want to run into any issues! But I want that new Axura 2.2.5.9 Rom looks freaking awesome! Thanks for any help!
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You don't necessarily need to disable voodoo if you go from a ROM with Voodoo 5.x enabled kernel to another ROM that utilizes Voodoo infused kernel. I've done it jumping from nero beta v3 with supercurio's jl4 kernel to nerov2+voodoo jl4 to nerov3+voodoo jl5. However, it is recommended to ODIN back to stock before jumping from ROM to ROM. It is also suggested to disable Voodoo just in case, I am just playing danger ranger
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You don't necessarily need to disable voodoo if you go from a ROM with Voodoo 5.x enabled kernel to another ROM that utilizes Voodoo infused kernel. I've done it jumping from nero beta v3 with supercurio's jl4 kernel to nerov2+voodoo jl4 to nerov3+voodoo jl5. However, it is recommended to ODIN back to stock before jumping from ROM to ROM. It is also suggested to disable Voodoo just in case, I am just playing danger ranger
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can I just disable voodoo then Flash the AXURA Vibrant Edition 2.2.5.9 Beast Rom
using Rom Manager.without to many problems? its a real pain odin back to stock!
thanks for any tips and help!
darkside79 said:
can I just disable voodoo then Flash the AXURA Vibrant Edition 2.2.5.9 Beast Rom
using Rom Manager.without to many problems? its a real pain odin back to stock!
thanks for any tips and help!
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You can do that as well
EDIT: just remember to boot into CWR via the power menu and not from the ROM Manager
installed fine! its freaking awesome. lighting fast and no lag!
Hello everyone! I recently began contemplating rooting and doing custom installs for my 959, for something fresh and better performing, also seems my music player has been acting up recently and am really interested in something new along with voodoo sound... If necessary anymore ? Thing is, there are so many ways to root, and there are so many custom roms??? I don't know where to start or what to look for? I just want one of the better, stable, new custom roms available as of this date for the t-959. I search but seems there's no definitive answer? Just a lot of roms haha?
Also when downloading a rom, do I have to download like 30-40-50 kernels and add them? I see all these roms, kernels and update??? Is it just download a rom and that's it, am I making more of it than it should be?
I'm just really noob'ish, really confused, and really, really nervous! I can't afford to brick this phone, but I really want something new.
Thanks for reading, and I apologize for some of the silly questions I have asked .
I fell in love with rom flashing as it greatly improves performance and gives phone a new look. Especially since Vibrant isn't supported anymore.. I can't live without voodoo goodies=) Definitely improves sound.
Negative side of custom roms is it takes up some of your time.. Finding a rom you like, tweaking it.. Not too mention you might brick you phone.
If you decide so.. the most important thing is always read OP...
I used superoneclick to root. I recommend Bionix 1.3.1 as a first rom very stable though a bit outdated. After playing around with the rom, you can try different 2.2 kernels and modems. Then go on to gingerbread roms.=)
Extremely easy. I'd suggest reading some of my guides in my signature.
I would Odin
Then download a ROM (nothing else needed)
Download my option b update.zip
Move both to internal sd
Reboot into recovery
Click reinstall packages
Choose to install zip from sd, select ROM, reboot.
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Extremely easy. I'd suggest reading some of my guides in my signature.
I would Odin
Then download a ROM (nothing else needed)
Download my option b update.zip
Move both to internal sd
Reboot into recovery
Click reinstall packages
Choose to install zip from sd, select ROM, reboot.
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Thank you trailblazer and thanks s15....
Any roms you would recommend s15? I appreciate the starting rom you gave me Trail, I'm looking for something a little more up to date I suppose? I was looking at cm7 or Simply Honey 5.0 Revolution(JVR GB 2.3.4)? Something with voodoo already in it? Something pretty stable with a bit of features. Maybe a lil less lag than stock 2.2, better performance, audio and battery life as well?
Thanks so much again both!
cm7 in nightlies still, though seem pretty stable, i havent tried for a while. Lots of features though dont think battery too great.
Simply Honey is a good one, stable, lots of features, great developer support.
I'm currently on RevolutionRom 2.3.4, stable and smooth for me, only bad is itfreezes like once or twice a day. More of a sgs2 look which i like. Good battery.
FYI Flashing Gingerbread roms, you will need to flash gingerbread bootloaders to remove rainbows and see recovery ( theres a post on it)
Also GPS isn't stable on gingerbread.
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cm7 in nightlies still, though seem pretty stable, i havent tried for a while. Lots of features though dont think battery too great.
Simply Honey is a good one, stable, lots of features, great developer support.
I'm currently on RevolutionRom 2.3.4, stable and smooth for me, only bad is itfreezes like once or twice a day. More of a sgs2 look which i like. Good battery.
FYI Flashing Gingerbread roms, you will need to flash gingerbread bootloaders to remove rainbows and see recovery ( theres a post on it)
Also GPS isn't stable on gingerbread.
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I think I'm gonna try the simply honey one or wait till he does a final release?, as for the bootloaders, what do I do or go to there? Also for the kernels, do I need to download one for simply honey? Should I download one for it?
I seen some roms or kernel can improve wifi and signal? Is that true, if so point me in that direction hahaha...
Thanks so much bro by the way.
search for Vibrant gingerbread bootloader, it's flashable via odin..simply honey roms comes with bullet kernel & there's Simply Honey Talon Kernel build by simone201 =)
Thanks man, do you mind if I ask which one you would recommend (Odin or Clockwork?)... I stumbled upon this youtube how to called "Custom ROM installation tutorial for the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S (Vibrant)", and was just wondering if I can apply all his methods to SH 5.0? Sorry tried to link it but cannot due to my post count... Oh and when I'm done, how should I proceed with the new talon kernel?
Also if there's a new release of honey or the final release, say I installed this one... Do I have to do it all over again? Same wit kernels? Finally, do I need to revert my unrooted stock 2.2 froyo back to a previous version before gingerbread or any of this?
Thanks for your reply. I'm actually feeling like it's almost go time with this rom and kernel haha. Really thanks heaps!
D bootloader is only flashable by odin..you can read the OP for simply honey, what you need is all in there in d development area..flash kernel that works 4ur phone u decide on that wether bullet or talon..you can use sgs kernel flasher to switch bet the two..
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Djhemz07 said:
D bootloader is only flashable by odin..you can read the OP for simply honey, what you need is all in there in d development area..flash kernel that works 4ur phone u decide on that wether bullet or talon..you can use sgs kernel flasher to switch bet the two..
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One last question before I do this, I seen SH 5.1, but I seen it was for the i9000? Which one should be used? or the one you may recommend? Im looking for voodoo sound controls.
Thanks
EDIT:
Nevermind I read it will be up tomorrow... gonna do 5.1, this is pretty exciting as long as I don't screw anything up hahaha
i reverted back to stock firmware via odin and one click rooted my phone, factory wiped all data and now I remember after I rooted my phone I had unzipped file in my sd card and it told me that i can just delete it after I was done, well i did and then watched a video on clockwork that said not to delete it?
EDIT: Nevermind I fixed it, I just unrooted and rooted again...
So sorry for being a pain, I know you guys have better things to do.
3 questions and this thread is done... thanks for the help...
1. Does the market work on simply honey? Like can go in and search and download it like usual?
2. should I use odin to install 5.1 or cw?
3. how does the kb5 work? is that like default or do i have to flash it?
Thanks a million in advance!